Letter to the editor re climate denial

Dear Sir

It has always fascinated me the way in which climate deniers such as R L Smith seem to pursue their dismissal of climate change with an almost messianic hatred (Changing global climate easy, Post 10th February), which seems to go far beyond the rational.

It has also bewilders me that when it comes to proving climate science they demand every 'i' to be dotted, and 't' to be crossed - otherwise they deny it exists at all. But when it comes to them presenting their own case, they seem to require no intellectual rigour at all. In fact, a bit of 'Mr Google' seems to be all they need.

When I look at the Somerset levels - clearly a victim of extreme weather events - I am aware that climate science has warned for over two decades that this is what climate change will bring. The misery these people face is both real and devastating. And frankly, it is likely to get worse and occur more frequently.

So I suggest to Mr Smith and his likes, just for once, take a responsible approach. Stop glorying in other people's misery. And help us work towards a solution to a changing climate for the sake of future generations.




Charlie Bolton
Green candidate for Southville